Anyone get boils? How do you treat them?

I have a boil over my left eye, and it hurts a lot. It does not have a head, it is really hard and red. I went to the doctor and she gave me antibiotics and is sending me to a plastic surgeon on Monday. She said to use warm compresses and not to poke or prod at it. Monday though is a long time, and did I mention it hurts alot? Anyone have any home remedies to make it better sooner?

You could try a drawing potion, like Prid or Black Salve (Icthammol ointment) with a small bandaid over it. The boil will come to a head and feel much better when it breaks. Your doctor made a good call with the plastic surgeon, after all it is your face.
Slinky